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Are you right for Paddy?
If you’re looking for a dog who brings energy, laughter, and constant companionship, Paddy is the one for you! This 2-year-old Patterdale is a lively, affectionate boy with a big personality packed into a small, busy body. He adores people, thrives on attention, and will happily enjoy every bit of fuss you have to give. Paddy is looking for owners who are not going to leave him for more than a few hours at a time initially but we are confident with some tasty snacks he would settle when left alone. He must be the only dog in the home, although he may enjoy calm walking companions out and about. He is looking for a home with older teenagers, where his excitement and quirks can be understood and managed calmly.
Is Paddy right for you?
Paddy is pure joy in motion. He’s a proper character who seems to find fun in absolutely everything, whether that’s a game of tug, a sniffing adventure, or simply sitting close beside you. He loves interactive play, thrives on enrichment, and will keep you entertained with his cheeky, expressive nature. True to his Patterdale roots, Paddy is a natural sniffer and absolutely lights up when given scent-based games and things to investigate. He’s a big foodie and especially enjoys crunchy treats, often making his own little “chewing commentary” that will make you smile. Most of all, Paddy loves being close to his people. Whether he’s leaning in for cuddles or watching the world go by with what almost looks like a grin on his face, he just wants to be part of everything you do. With the right home, plenty of engagement, and lots of love and exercise, Paddy will be an endlessly entertaining, affectionate companion who brings warmth, laughter, and life into every day.
How our rehoming process works
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Create an account and fill out our application form
In our form you can tell us all about your home, your lifestyle and the kind of dogs you’re interested in. You won’t be applying for a specific dog, but you can add favourites to give us an idea of the dogs you like. We’ll use this information to find a great match for you.
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Choose a rehoming centre
We’ll also ask you to select a rehoming centre. The team at this centre will look after your application and assess you against all suitable dogs in their care. This doesn’t have to be your nearest centre, but you will need to travel there within a few days once we’ve found you...Show detailsWe’ll also ask you to select a rehoming centre. The team at this centre will look after your application and assess you against all suitable dogs in their care. This doesn’t have to be your nearest centre, but you will need to travel there within a few days once we’ve found you a match.
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We’ll review your application
We’ll review your application against the dogs in our care at your chosen centre. If we think we have the right dog for you, we’ll be in touch as soon as possible. If we don’t hear back from you, we will close your application for now, and you can reapply when you’re ready.
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We’ll keep your application open for three months and keep looking for a match
If we don’t have a dog for you right now, we’ll keep your application open for three months and keep you in mind for any new dogs that arrive. If within this time you see another dog you are interested in, you won't need to apply again but you can amend your application by...Show detailsIf we don’t have a dog for you right now, we’ll keep your application open for three months and keep you in mind for any new dogs that arrive. If within this time you see another dog you are interested in, you won't need to apply again but you can amend your application by calling us on 0303 003 0000 or visiting your local rehoming centre.
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When we find a match, we’ll invite you to meet them
If we’ve found a dog who seems right for you, we’ll invite you to come and meet them at the rehoming centre. Some of the dogs in our care will need to meet potential owners several times to get to know one another. This lets us see you’re compatible and gives you the chance...Show detailsIf we’ve found a dog who seems right for you, we’ll invite you to come and meet them at the rehoming centre.
Some of the dogs in our care will need to meet potential owners several times to get to know one another. This lets us see you’re compatible and gives you the chance to build a bond before making a commitment to give them a new home. By taking some time at the beginning to make sure everyone’s comfortable, an adoption is more likely to be successful.
We may also arrange a home visit with you, to see how your house will be set up and check that the garden (if you have one) is secure. This may not be necessary, though, especially if you’ve adopted from us before. Where you already have dogs, we may accept a reference from your vet as an alternative.
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If we haven’t found the right match, we’ll continue the search together
If we haven’t found the right dog for you within three months, we’ll let you know your application is closed. We’ll invite you to apply again so we have up-to-date information about you, and we’ll keep looking.
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We’ll support you to embark on a new life with your dog
When we’ve matched you with a dog, we’ll help you welcome them to your home. After adoption we’ll keep in touch to see how you and the dog are doing. If you need any advice or support, we’re just a phone call away. With our free behaviour support, our Canine Care Card and...Show detailsWhen we’ve matched you with a dog, we’ll help you welcome them to your home. After adoption we’ll keep in touch to see how you and the dog are doing. If you need any advice or support, we’re just a phone call away.
With our free behaviour support, our Canine Care Card and more, we’re here to support you and your dog for as long as you need us.
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